The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 19

Chapter 19 The Marriage Arrangement

Rosie didn't come down for dinner, which meant no one was around to make things difficult for Brenna. With no tension in the air, Brenna enjoyed a relaxed meal, exchanging easy conversation with other Harper family

members.

The dining table was long and spacious, designed to accommodate the entire family comfortably.

Shepard took the opportunity to formally introduce the family members to Brenna. To help her know them better, he even brought out a framed family portrait.

He said, "Your eldest brother, Ernst Harper, is the vice president of the Harper Group. He handles most of the major decisions, so he's constantly tied up with work. He owns multiple properties across Shirie, but he usually stays at the one closest to the company. Because of that, he doesn't come home often. But I already told him you've returned today, so he'll be back later."

Brenna studied the photo, her eyes landing on a young man with brown hair and two earrings in each ear. His face bore a striking resemblance to a famous celebrity, though she couldn't quite remember the celebrity's

name.

Shepard continued, "Your second brother, Dalton Harper, works in the

entertainment industry. His schedule is even tighter, so he won't be back for a few days. But he already told me he would bring a gift for you when he

returns."

Shepard then pointed at another young man in the photo. Unlike Ernst, this one had a neat haircut and looked more serious. He looked about eighteen years old.

Ableson's son. He's studying abroad but should be back soon. And beside him is his sister, your cousin Audrey Harper, also

young people with busy careers couldn't always rush home. She didn't take it personally. After all,

know them in time. I haven't been there for you all these years, so I don't even know what you like to eat. That's why I had the chef prepare a little of everything tonight. I heard you rarely got proper meals at the Barretts. How could they treat my daughter that way? Don't worry, your father and brothers

now on, whatever you need, just say the word. I've already arranged for a new batch of clothes to be

tomorrow."

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19 The Marriage

though she still wasn't used to such closeness. She kept

felt, for the first time, the warmth of a

her two closest friends, deliberately skipping dinner so that the Harper family would take note of her absence. She wanted them to know that she

There's an equestrian competition on the 15th. My dad got us some invitations. Why don't you invite her there and see how she

on the idea. "That's perfect! We can all go together. Let Brenna see how different we are from her. She won't fit

time that evening,

then, a knock sounded at the door, and Rachael entered, pushing a small dining cart. "Hungry? Dinner has already started downstairs.

"You're the best, Rachael. By the

down and began arranging them on the table. "Your father is introducing

shifted as an idea took shape in her mind. "Neither Ernst nor Dalton is home yet,

straightening the silverware, nodded. "Mr. Ernst Harper is handling company affairs, and Mr. Dalton Harper is tied up with work. Miss Brenna Harper

"Alright, you can go

Dalton hadn't met Brenna yet. That meant she had time to get to them first-to plant seeds of doubt, to turn them against Brenna before they could form their own opinions. Lennon and

the most suitable choice. After all,